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"That's right!" Tao Qingli nodded. "When I followed the Palace Lord to the Realm Beyond Heaven to meet the Celestial Sage, the Celestial Sage received news that someone had seen the Netherdragon Ship reappear. Coincidentally, the Palace Lord is the Celestial Sage's most trusted subordinate, so she assigned us to carry out this mission. "
The truth was that after Granny Tao and Tao Qingli met the Celestial Sage, they were having a 'small talk' with the Celestial Sage. Several of the Celestial Sage's disciples were present at the time. Suddenly, someone came looking for the Celestial Sage's eldest disciple, Huyan Taibao. After a short while, he hurriedly returned and reported something to the Celestial Sage. The Celestial Sage's expression changed drastically.
No one dared to speak. They all looked at the Celestial Sage. After a long silence, the Celestial Sage's gaze fell on Granny Tao. Granny Tao and Huyan Taibao stayed behind, while the others were dismissed. Mu Fanjun then said to Granny Tao, "The Netherdragon Ship has reappeared!"
Granny Tao was shocked …
A mission personally issued by the Celestial Sage sounded good and encouraging, but the ten Manor Heads, including Miao Yi, were on the verge of tears. It would have been better if they hadn't heard about this mission. Now that they had, it meant that they had no right to refuse. They had no choice but to go.
Miao Yi regretted not calling himself sick and finding an excuse not to come. But who knew?! He never would've dreamed of running into something like this.
The other nine Lord Prefects had the same thought as him.
Someone braced himself and asked, "What can we do in a place like Flowing Clouds Dune Sea with our cultivations? I'm sure the Realm Beyond Heaven is more suitable than us, right? "
Tao Qingli replied, "This is a serious matter. If news of this gets out, the entire cultivation realm will descend into chaos! Right now, the news is still under lockdown. Only a handful of people know about it. Even the Celestial Sage's disciples are being kept a secret. The Six Nations know each other very well. The Realm Beyond Heaven can't reveal themselves. Their sudden appearance and presence in Flowing Clouds Dune Sea will definitely arouse suspicion. Red Lotus cultivators have many connections, so it's not convenient for them to reveal themselves. Furthermore, the people of Traversing Water Palace don't have much contact with the outside world.
Everyone fell silent. Then, someone hesitated and said, "It's not that we don't want to go, but Flowing Clouds Dune Sea. With our cultivation, we're afraid that we'll mess up Palace Master's plans! "
Tao Qingli said, "Don't worry. I'm not asking you to go on a killing spree this time. Instead, I'm asking you to sneak into Flowing Clouds Dune Sea and search for the Netherdragon Ship's whereabouts. Head to the Celestial Nation's Chamber of Commerce's branch in Flowing Clouds Dune Sea immediately and report to them. The Realm Beyond Heaven will be hiding their experts in the Chamber of Commerce. There will naturally be people who will take care of the fighting and killing. All you have to do is pass on the information. As long as you don't compete with others, I believe there won't be too much danger. "
It shouldn't be that dangerous? Presumably? Everyone was speechless.
He then heard Tao Qingli say, "In order to make things easier for you on this trip, we've specially arranged for an experienced person to be your leader. With him leading you, I'm sure you'll encounter much fewer risks."
Everyone immediately looked around. Where was he? He didn't see anyone else.
Miao Yi was also looking around, trying to find out which incredible person could help everyone avoid danger in Flowing Clouds Dune Sea. Unexpectedly, Tao Qingli immediately pointed to him. "Miao Yi! Don't you have anything to say? "
"I …" Miao Yi was stunned. Of the ten Manor Heads, everyone had taken turns to ask questions. Only he remained silent at the side. He shook his head and said, "No!"
More importantly, there was nothing he could say. Even the Celestial Sage had been brought up, and he already knew this great secret. How could he refuse? What was the point of saying anything?!
"It seems Manor Head Miao is very confident about this trip!" It was hard to tell if Tao Qingli was being sarcastic or sincere.
Miao Yi smiled bitterly and waved his hand. "Advisor, you're too kind! I really don't have any confidence at all. "
"There's no need to be so humble! Of all the cultivators in Traversing Water Palace below the Red Lotus realm, I'm afraid there's no one more confident than you! "Tao Qingli pointed at Miao Yi, then announced to the other nine Manor Heads," Everyone! I believe you all know each other by now. This person is Manor Head Miao Yi, who killed his way out of 180,000 cultivators in the Subjugation Crusade and placed tenth in the Subjugation Crusade. To be able to come and go as he pleases in such a dangerous place, it goes without saying that he's quite capable. With him leading everyone and arranging everyone's movements in Flowing Clouds Dune Sea, I'm sure he'll be able to help everyone avoid as many risks as possible. "
"Advisor, you're too kind. I really … really …" Miao Yi hurriedly waved his hands, but he couldn't continue with his' humble 'words. His eyes slowly widened, and his expression became more and more exaggerated. As if realizing something, he pointed at himself and exclaimed, "Am I the leader the Advisor is talking about?"
The other nine Manor Heads stared at him, as though saying, 'Even an idiot can tell.'
Tao Qingli nodded and said, "There's really no one more suitable than you to lead the team! They've been in Traversing Water Palace for too long, and they don't have much contact with the outside world, so they don't have much experience. The only advantage they have in this mission is that no one knows who they are. Once they reach Flowing Clouds Dune Sea, they'll have to follow your orders. You'll temporarily hold the position of Traversing Water Palace Lord, and your orders will be the same as the Palace Lord's orders. If anyone dares to defy your orders, you have the right to kill them first and report them later! Even if you kill them by mistake, no one will hold you accountable! In any case, your only mission is to complete the mission at all costs. You're willing to pay any price for it! "
The nine Manor Heads were stunned. 'Isn't this authority a little too much? Pass down orders on behalf of the Palace Lord? I can even kill them first and report them later? '
It was clear to see how determined Granny Tao and Tao Qingli were to accomplish this mission.
Truth be told, they had no other choice. The two of them would have to rely on Mu Fanjun for certain matters in the future, and Mu Fanjun trusted them so much that she even told them the secrets that most of her disciples were hiding. She even entrusted them with such a top-secret mission. Naturally, they had to do whatever it took to satisfy Mu Fanjun. So what if a few of them died?
While they were on their way back, the two of them were already thinking about who would be the best candidate to carry out this mission. They didn't even need to use their brains. The first person they thought of was Miao Yi. Given the current state of affairs in Traversing Water Palace, was there anyone more suitable than him?
Tao Qingli wasn't just praising Miao Yi out of politeness. Based on what this guy had done in Suppressing Tenth Hall, she could tell that he was both brave and astute. As expected of someone who had slaughtered his way out of 180,000 cultivators in the Sea of Constellations. He truly lived up to his reputation!
Initially, the two of them had some expectations for Miao Yi. However, with this sudden turn of events, they had no choice but to put all their plans aside. Completing the Celestial Sage's mission at all costs was more important than anything else, and that was why they had come up with this plan.
"…" Miao Yi was dumbfounded. He quickly waved his hand and said, "I really can't do it. I know nothing about Flowing Clouds Dune Sea. I think every single one of them knows more than I do. Advisor, please choose someone else!"
'What's the point of having this authority? I'd rather stay in Traversing Water Palace and issue decrees. Once I get to Flowing Clouds Dune Sea, it's more important for me to think of a way to keep myself alive. What kind of authority do I have to command these nine guys? 'If anyone wants to command these burdens, they can do it themselves. I don't want to be dragged into this mess. Screw that Netherdragon Ship. I'll just have to go through the motions and come back alive. That's more important than anything else.'
Miao Yi was already thinking of a way to protect himself in Flowing Clouds Dune Sea. Why would he waste his energy on these people? He would rather listen to the commands of others and let them have the authority of the Palace Lord. These people wanted to kill him first and report to him later? That was a joke. They didn't even know who would be the one doing the killing. Who would know who was the one who killed them?!
"Sigh! I don't like to force people. " Granny Tao, who had been resting on her throne all this while, suddenly opened her eyes and waved her hand. "Since Manor Head Miao doesn't want to go, then forget it. I won't force you. You may return to Raincloud Manor."
The other nine pairs of eyes immediately turned to Miao Yi, wanting to see if he could understand her words.
"…" Miao Yi's expression twitched. 'You old hag, you're not asking me to go back. You're clearly asking for my life! If I don't participate in this huge secret, do you think you'll let me go back alive? '
Miao Yi's expression suddenly turned solemn. He cupped his fists and said, "I do feel that I'm powerless! However, the Palace Lord favors me. How can I not serve her with my life? As long as the Palace Lord isn't worried that I'll let you down, I'm willing to go through fire and water for you! "
Granny Tao nodded and said, "Good. You have a bright future ahead of you! Then it's settled! There's no one more suitable than you. I'll leave this mission to you. Don't disappoint me! "
Miao Yi had a serious expression on his face as he said, "Your humble servant will do everything in his power to work together with the nine Manor Heads!" He glanced at the nine Manor Heads and noticed that they were looking at him a little strangely.
'What are you looking at? Compared to you bootlickers, I'm more sensible! ' A cold glint flashed across Miao Yi's eyes.
The nine Manor Heads were startled by his cold stare. Only then did they remember that he held the power to decide their lives. They immediately turned to Granny Tao and cupped their fists, saying, "We are willing to serve you with our lives!"
Now that the matter was settled, Granny Tao closed her eyes again.
Tao Qingli then said, "All of you must conceal your identities and pretend to be loose cultivators. That way, it'll be easier for you to sneak into Flowing Clouds Dune Sea. In order to avoid alerting anyone, the person who escorted you will only send you halfway. You will have to walk the rest of the way on your own. Once you return, do not mention this matter to anyone. If news of this leaks out, kill without mercy! All of you must gather at the designated location at the designated time without delay! Do any of you have any questions? "
Everyone exchanged glances. They had too many questions, and they didn't want to go either. But would it be of any use?
Since no one had any objections, things were much easier to handle. Tao Qingli personally gave each of them a storage ring and a beast sack, along with ten million Gold Crystals and a messenger spirit eagle. As the 'leader', Miao Yi received a little more than the others — fifty million Gold Crystals.
After giving them a few more details, Tao Qingli finally let them go.
After descending the mountain, as soon as Miao Yi found his mount, the nine Manor Heads came over to greet him. They had no choice but to be a little impolite. This person held the power to decide their lives.
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